Health minister quizzed over staffing numbers
The health minister says red tape is having an impact on the Island’s Covid-19 testing programme - despite an increase in staff.
In Tynwald today it was revealed that eight staff, working from 9-5, produced around 10 tests per hour.
However a 13-strong team, working 14 hour days, produced 4.6.
David Ashford said it's due to processes which need to be followed:
Hospital bed occupancy exceeds 90% in multiple years as pressure builds at Noble's
Figures highlight sustained high occupancy across adult acute wards, and a recent rise in patients waiting in ED for beds
Police respond to social media concerns about 'suspicious' man
Constabulary says one report was received in February and urges the public to report any suspicious activity at the time it occurs
Douglas City Council proposes city centre initiatives including sculpture and markets
Funding bid submitted for projects aimed at boosting footfall and supporting local businesses
Cash boost for psycho-oncology service
Mind Matter given £55,000 by IOMACA